The Around My Way (Freedom Ain't Free) Songfacts reports that Fiasco’s first single off his fourth studio album, Lupe Fiasco's Food & Liquor II: The Great American Rap Album Pt. 1 debuted on May 21, 2012. On "Around My Way (Freedom Ain't Free)," he spits rhymes about aspects of modern American life he doesn’t like such as "Suicide bombers and prosperity gospels, emaciated models, with cocaine and blood pouring out their nostrils” as well as socio-political problems in Ghana and the invasion of Iraq.
Lupe released his fifth studio album Tetsuo & Youth on January 20, 2015.
Lupe's 8th Studio Album DRILL MUSIC IN ZION was released on June 23rd 2022
Lupe has previously been on label Epic with his group Da Pak and then signed a solo deal with Arista. His years at Arista only led to the 2003 promo single "Pop Pop" as well as guest appearances on singles from Tha' Rayne (2002's "Kiss Me" and 2003's "Didn't You Know") and K Fox (2003's "This Life"), then Arista folded in 2004 and Lupe was signed to Atlantic Records.
HEAT UNDER THE BABYSEAT
Lupe Fiasco Lyrics
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He got from the store
He bought it with the money
He got from his chores
He robbed the candy shop
Told her lay down on the floor
"Put the cookies in bag
Take the pennies out the drawer!"
Got from the rebels
To kill the infidels and American devils
A bomb on his waist, a mask on his face
Prays five times a day and
Listens to heavy metal
Little Alex got a gun he took from his dad
That he snuck into school in
His black book bag
His black nail polish, black boots
And black hat
He going to blow away the bully
That just pushed his ass
Little Joker got a gun he
Bought on the street
To go and kill the niggas that
Beat him up last week
Cause he don't let go of
None of his past beefs
Bullets flying out the window
Shells landing on the seats
Little Sarah got a gun from her Uncle Sam
She got armor-piercing rounds and
Her gun don't jam
She got laser-guided rockets
She killing to go to college
She thought it was an insurgent
It was some old man
Now, you can get guns on the internet
AK's, Glock nines, intratecs
So when you see shorty don't disrespect
Watch 'A Better Tomorrow' and
Play Grand Theft Auto hear a bang
The lyrics of Lupe Fiasco's "Heat Under the Babyseat" explore the issue of gun violence among young individuals in society. Each verse presents a different character, representing various backgrounds and motivations for possessing a firearm.
In the first verse, we meet Terry, a young boy who acquires a gun through innocent means. He uses it to commit a robbery at a candy shop, showcasing a lack of guidance and understanding of the consequences of his actions. This verse highlights the ease with which firearms can be obtained and used for criminal purposes.
The second verse introduces Khalil, who obtains his gun from rebels who oppose American influence. He believes it is his duty to kill those he perceives as "infidels" and "American devils." This verse explores the dangerous combination of radicalization and access to weapons, which can lead to violence and extremism.
Moving to the third verse, Alex takes his father's gun to school with the intention of retaliating against a bully who tormented him. This highlights the issue of bullying and the potential for violence when someone feels pushed to their limit. It also raises questions about responsible gun ownership and the importance of securing firearms at home.
In the fourth verse, we meet Joker, who purchases a gun on the street to seek revenge against those who previously harmed him. This verse depicts a cycle of violence and escalating conflicts, demonstrating the potential consequences of holding onto past grievances rather than finding peaceful resolutions.
The final verse introduces Sarah, a character who obtains a high-powered weapon through military channels. Believing she is fighting for a noble cause, she accidentally kills an innocent man, highlighting the collateral damage caused by warfare and the blurry lines between friend and foe. This verse also touches on the issue of military recruitment targeting vulnerable individuals.
Throughout the song, Lupe Fiasco highlights the accessibility of firearms in contemporary society, emphasizing the need for stricter gun control laws. The lyrics also shed light on the underlying issues, such as radicalization, bullying, and the impact of violence in popular media. Ultimately, the song urges listeners to reflect on the consequences of gun violence and the importance of finding alternative solutions to conflicts.
Line by Line Meaning
Now little Terry got a gun
A young boy named Terry has obtained a firearm
He got from the store
He acquired it from a local shop
He bought it with the money
He used his own earned money to make the purchase
He got from his chores
Money he received for completing household tasks
He robbed the candy shop
Terry committed a robbery at a confectionary store
Told her lay down on the floor
He instructed the store attendant to lie on the ground
"Put the cookies in bag
"Place the cookies inside a bag
Take the pennies out the drawer!"
Remove the coins from the cash register drawer
Little Khalil got a gun he
A young boy named Khalil possesses a firearm
Got from the rebels
He obtained it from a rebellious group
To kill the infidels and American devils
His intention is to eliminate those he considers non-believers and enemies of America
A bomb on his waist, a mask on his face
He wears an explosive device around his waist and conceals his identity with a mask
Prays five times a day and
Khalil is devout in his religious practices
Listens to heavy metal
He enjoys listening to heavy metal music
Little Alex got a gun he took from his dad
A boy named Alex has acquired a firearm that belonged to his father
That he snuck into school in
He surreptitiously brought it into his educational institution
His black book bag
He concealed the gun within his black-colored backpack
His black nail polish, black boots
Alex also sports black nail polish and black boots
And black hat
He complements his appearance with a black hat as well
He going to blow away the bully
His intention is to harm or kill the bully who mistreated him
That just pushed his ass
Referring to the bully who recently physically assaulted him
Little Joker got a gun he
There is a person named Joker who possesses a firearm
Bought on the street
He acquired it through an illegal street purchase
To go and kill the niggas that
His motive is to seek revenge on individuals who
Beat him up last week
Physically assaulted him in the previous week
Cause he don't let go of
Because he refuses to release the anger from
None of his past beefs
Previous conflicts or disputes
Bullets flying out the window
Projectiles being discharged from an open window
Shells landing on the seats
Empty casings landing on the vehicle seats
Little Sarah got a gun from her Uncle Sam
A girl named Sarah acquired a firearm provided by her Uncle Sam (symbolizing the government)
She got armor-piercing rounds and
She possesses ammunition designed to penetrate armor
Her gun don't jam
Her weapon does not experience malfunctions
She got laser-guided rockets
Sarah possesses rockets equipped with laser-guided technology
She killing to go to college
She resorts to killing in order to finance her education
She thought it was an insurgent
Sarah mistakenly identified her target as an insurgent or rebel
It was some old man
However, it turned out to be an elderly man
Now, you can get guns on the internet
Presently, firearms can be purchased through online platforms
AK's, Glock nines, intratecs
Various types of firearms like AK-47, Glock 9mm, and Intratec
So when you see shorty don't disrespect
Hence, when encountering someone like Terry, do not show disrespect
Watch 'A Better Tomorrow' and
One should watch the film 'A Better Tomorrow' and
Play Grand Theft Auto hear a bang
Engage in the video game 'Grand Theft Auto' and experience the sound of a gunshot
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@klr37849
wish someone wld make a version of this that goes into little weapon.
@Samuelrocks1993
man, gave me the chills ;'0
@MyKhyres
Those lyrics go to hard.
@TDPR21
He put these lyrics on Little Weapon. Yes they do go hard.
@slimdavy85
She thought it was an insurgent, it was some old man...